NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Bay Scene Condominiums 3940 Gresham St Unit 253 San Diego, CA 92109

Pacific Beach Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,164,000 - $1,533,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,625 Sq Ft
2 Acres Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 28, 2023

Last sale price $1,300,000 $800 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,059 / mo

58 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
  • Fitness Center
  • No Units Above
  • Crown Point Junior Music Academy Rated A-
  • Penthouse
  • 4-minute walk to Fanuel Street Park

About This Home

As of December 2023

Perched on the top floor of Bay Scene, Sail Bay’s premier waterfront condominium complex with resort-style amenities, this home offers a tranquil living experience only found in a penthouse. The 2 bed/2bath floor plan boasts over 1,600 square feet of interior living space, a covered balcony, and multiple scenes to enjoy from your home including fountains and a partial bay view to the west, La Jolla’s lush hills to the north, and rooftops to the east. The kitchen is notably large, featuring granite countertops, a center island with wine fridge, and a breakfast bar that connects through to the living and dining area. Additional features include in-unit laundry, separate storage, and 2 parking spaces in the underground garage. Bay Scene has elevators, a waterfront pool and spa, BBQ's, fitness room, kayak and paddle board storage, clubhouse, fob entry, and direct access to the most beautiful bay in San Diego. Additional Complex amenities: Two BBQ areas, fire pit, full gym/exercise room, and Sauna. There is an updated Rec room with fully updated Kitchen, lounge area and TV. Outdoor showers. Secure Lobby Entrance. HOA fees include Cable, Wi-Fi, Water, Trash, Common area Maintenance. The Pool is heated year round. Minimum 30 day rental term.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patrick Cairncross

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #01984531 Listed on: 09/15/2023

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

Co-Listed By

Steve Cairncross

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00859218

Last Buyer's Agent

Jesse Ibanez

The GreenHouse Group Inc. License #01405643

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • Property Fronts a Bay or Harbor
  • No Units Above
  • Property is Fully Fenced

HOA Fees

  • $1,100 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Gated Parking

Property Views

  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Penthouse
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 1,625 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Trash Compactor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Full Size Washer or Dryer
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Location

  • West of 5 Freeway

Utilities

  • Radiant Heating System
  • Separate Water Meter
  • Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 423-381-22-62

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include cable/tv services, common area maintenance, exterior (landscaping), exterior bldg maintenance, gated community, limited insurance, roof maintenance, trash pickup, water
  • 20 Units
  • Bay Scene Association, Phone Number (858) 270-7870
  • Bay Scene Community
  • 5-Story Property

Amenities

  • Outdoor Cooking Area
  • Community Barbecue Grill
  • Sauna
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Spa
  • Recreational Area

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed with Restrictions

Security

  • Controlled Access
  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

2 Acres

HOA Fees

$1,100 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Sub Category: Attached
  • Residential Styles: All Other Attached
  • Market Area: Coastal South
  • Cross Street: Pacific Beach Drive
  • Neighborhood: Sail Bay
  • Supplement: Additional Complex amenities: Two BBQ areas, fire pit, full gym/exercise room, and Sauna. There is an updated Rec room with fully updated Kitchen, lounge area and TV. Outdoor showers. Secure Lobby Entrance. HOA fees include Cable, Wi-Fi, Water, Trash, Common area Maintenance. The Pool is heated year round. Minimum 30 day rental term.
  • Estimated Living Space: 1,500 to 1,999 SqFt
  • LP / Sq Ft: 800.0
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 800.0
  • Residential Unit Location: No Unit Above, Penthouse
  • SP/ Sq Ft: 800.0
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Stories In Building: 5
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Total Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1974
  • A D U Yes No: No
  • Allow Comments Review: Yes
  • Internet Address Field: Full Address
  • Internet Syndication Y N: Yes
  • Keyword1: 1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Equipment Available: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer, Electric Cooking
  • Elevator: Yes
  • Searchable Rooms: Bedroom Entry Level, Dining Area, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Master Bathroom
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13x12
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Laundry Location: Closet Full Sized
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1625
  • Total Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Material: Stucco
  • Fencing: Full
  • Frontage: Bay
  • Patio: Balcony, Covered
  • Pool: Community/Common
  • Roof: Composition
  • Spa: Community/Common
  • View: Bay, Mountains/Hills, Water

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Details: Gated, Underground, Community Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces Total: 2

Utilities

  • Laundry Utilities: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic: Sewer Connected
  • Water: Meter on Property, Public
  • Water Heater Type: Electric
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Heating Fuel: Electric

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Complex Name: Bay Scene
  • Pets Allowed: Allowed w/Restrictions
  • Units In Building: 20
  • Total Number of Units: 85
  • Property Management Company: Menas
  • Community: PACIFIC BEACH
  • Complex Features: BBQ, Exercise Room, Gated Community, Pool, Recreation Area, Sauna, Spa/Hot Tub
  • Home Owner Association: Bay Scene
  • Home Owner Association Fee Includes: Cable/TV Services, Common Area Maintenance, Exterior (Landscaping), Exterior Bldg Maintenance, Gated Community, Limited Insurance, Roof Maintenance, Trash Pickup, Water
  • Home Owner Association Fee Reflects: Month
  • Home Owner Association Fees: 1100.0
  • HOA Payment Frequency: Monthly
  • Home Owner Association Phone: 858-270-7870
  • Association Amenities: Club House, Controlled Access, Gym/Ex Room, Outdoor Cooking Area, Spa, Barbecue, Pool

Association/Amenities

  • Entry Level Building: y

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 1+ to 2 AC
  • Site: Public Street, Sidewalks, West of I-5
  • Topography: Level
  • Water District: CITY OF SAN DIEGO
  • Assessments: Special Assessments
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 423-381-22-62

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 15, 2023
Closed on
Nov 16, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Patrick Cairncross
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Jesse Ibanez
The GreenHouse Group Inc.
List Price
$1,400,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-7.14%
Views
70
Current Estimated Value
$1,414,666

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$114,666
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.48%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
7.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2015
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
5.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
7.05%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 1989

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 1986

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 1984
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,300,000 Chicago Title
-- None Available
-- Chicago Title Co
-- Chicago Title Co
$278,000 --
$250,000 --
$249,600 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $500,000
Previous Owner $300,000
Previous Owner $275,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/28/2023 12/28/23 Sold $1,300,000 -1.9% $800 / Sq Ft
11/13/2023 11/13/23 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2023 10/09/23 Price Changed $1,325,000 -5.0% $815 / Sq Ft
10/02/2023 10/02/23 Price Changed $1,395,000 -0.4% $858 / Sq Ft
09/15/2023 09/15/23 For Sale $1,400,000 -- $862 / Sq Ft
Source: San Diego MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $15,997 $494,092 $389,346 $104,746
2024 $15,997 $1,300,000 $1,025,000 $275,000
2023 $6,053 $491,571 $226,333 $265,238
2022 $5,892 $481,934 $221,896 $260,038
2021 $5,852 $472,486 $217,546 $254,940
2020 $5,782 $467,642 $215,316 $252,326
2019 $5,679 $458,474 $211,095 $247,379
2018 $5,310 $449,485 $206,956 $242,529
2017 $5,184 $440,673 $202,899 $237,774
2016 $5,101 $432,033 $198,921 $233,112
2015 $5,026 $425,545 $195,934 $229,611
2014 $4,948 $417,210 $192,096 $225,114
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Patrick Cairncross

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Patrick Cairncross

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (858) 922-4884

    27 in this area

    86 Total Sales

    Patrick Cairncross
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  • Steve Cairncross

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Steve Cairncross

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    (858) 859-3370

    60 in this area

    231 Total Sales

    Steve Cairncross
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  • Jesse Ibanez

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Jesse Ibanez

    The GreenHouse Group Inc.

    (858) 337-2796

    5 in this area

    249 Total Sales

    Jesse Ibanez
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  • Craig Sutliff

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Craig Sutliff

    The GreenHouse Group Inc.

    (619) 857-4954

    1 in this area

    116 Total Sales

    Craig Sutliff
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About Bay Scene Condominiums

Map

Source: San Diego MLS

MLS Number: 230017974

San Diego MLS

APN: 423-381-22-62

California San Diego County San Diego 92109 Pacific Beach

3940 Gresham St Unit 253, San Diego, CA

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